Finding the Fourth Proportional to 456.50, 684.75 and 152.50
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 456.50, 684.75 and 152.50 is: 228.75
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
456.50 : 684.75 = 152.50 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
456.50/684.75 = 152.50/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
456.50x = 684.75 × 152.50 - Step 4: Simplify right side
456.50x = 104,424.38 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 104,424.38/456.50 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 228.75
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